Pet Sitting & Drop Ins In Riverwood

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Sitter Profile Image: Drew B.
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Drew B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Maywood, Arlington, VA, 22207

Drew was great with my “quirky” dogs while I was out of town. She took great care of them. She was on time, provided photos, kept me informed, etc. I would definitely use Drew again in the future.

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Patti K.
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Aimee P.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
177 reviews
54 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Ballston-Virginia Square, Arlington, VA, 22201

It is so reassuring leaving my cat with Aimee to sit!! She is very caring and I know he is in excellent hands. Thanks for everything, Aimee!!

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Hannah J.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
21 repeat clients
12 years of experience
North Highland, Arlington, VA, 22201

Hannah was so sweet to my cat! Very communicative and kind :)

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Sarah A.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
5 repeat clients
15 years of experience
The Palisades, Washington, DC, 20007

About: I have fifteen years of pet sitting and care experience, to include drop-ins, walks, feedings, litter box cleaning and overnight stays. When I was little, I wanted to be a veterinarian, and then a zoologist. Neither career panned out, but my love for animals remained. Now I get my fill of furry friends by providing excellent, worry-free care for your pets! As a proud mom of three urban hens, I know how nerve-wracking it is to be away from a beloved pet. That’s why I provide frequent updates and pictures to my clients so that they can go about their workdays or trips without anxiety. I specialize in cats, dogs and birds. I can’t wait to meet your pet! I am currently freelancing part-time, which provides me with an extremely flexible schedule to care for your pets! From walks to drop-ins to overnight stays, I can provide a variety of services to DMV pet owners When in your home whether for a drop-by or overnight stay, I am committed to making your pet feel as comfortable and happy as possible in the absence of their person/people. I follow my clients’ instructions and specifics of their pets’ routines, and follow them closely. I also provide lots of love and cuddles (or love from afar for pets that don’t like to be touched!)

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Spencer & Julia T.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
11 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Bluemont, Arlington, VA, 22203

Spencer & Julia took great care of my cat and provided a ton of photos during their time with him! They offered plenty of pets, treats, and cuddles and gave me peace of mind while I was on vacation!

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Sitter Profile Image: Alexandra T.
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Alexandra T.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
3 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Arlington, VA, 22201

We needed someone on short notice and Alexandria responded immediately. She was friendly, easy to communicate with, and made the process stress-free. She was great with our 8-month-old rescue, Poppy, who’s still adjusting and can be reactive on leash. Alexandria was patient and understanding, handling Poppy thoughtfully. We loved the photos and report card after each visit and would definitely book Alexandria again—Poppy would be happy to see her too!

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Emily P.
Sitter Profile Image: Maria T.
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Maria T.
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$26
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5.0 out of 5 stars
98 reviews
35 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Waverly Hills, Arlington, VA, 22207

Maria is so thoughtful when taking care of my cat! She provides detailed, fun updates and I can tell my cat enjoys when Maria stops by. Highly highly recommend for someone reliable, timely, and great with cats!

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Brittany H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
77 reviews
23 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Arlington, VA, 22203

Brittney was absolutely great!! She was super communicative and won Magnus’ heart!! Would 100% recommend to anyone looking for someone to do drop in visits!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Amanda K.
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Amanda K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
14 repeat clients
15 years of experience
North Highland, Arlington, VA, 22201

About: I have owned pets for the last 15 years, both cats and dogs. I am available any day, any time for walks or drop-in visits! I am comfortable walking aggressive dogs. I absolutely love animals, and will provide the best care for your pets! I am available any day, any time - my schedule is open to drop in or go for a walk anytime you need, even multiple times per day! I will honor whatever advice or instructions provided, and I am comfortable/experienced in dealing with shy or aggressive pets. First and foremost, safety is important. I will always take the utmost care in making sure your pets are responsibly cared for and I will never put them in a risky or dangerous situation.

Sitter Profile Image: Lily B.
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Lily B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
88 reviews
24 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Waverly Hills, Arlington, VA, 22207

Lily was great with my cat Zoey. She took extra time to make sure Zoey had some company- she brought toys out and played YouTube videos of birds and squirrels for Zoey. My cat is not fond of strangers, but took to Lily.

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Tiffanie V.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Arlington, VA, 22201

Tiffanie was wonderful! She provided detailed notes and lots of pics. My cats tend to be a bit shy/anxious when I’m gone but they seemed to warm up to her quickly :) def will rebook with her in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Larissa L.
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Larissa L.
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4.9 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
9 repeat clients
10 years of experience
The Palisades, Washington, DC, 20007

Larissa is a fantastic sitter for your pet/pets! My 2 kitties were very well cared for by Larissa! She gave them the attention they needed and the photos she took showed this! Thank you Larissa!

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Sitter Profile Image: Megan E.
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Megan E.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
North Highland, Arlington, VA, 22209

Megan took great care of my senior cat, Betty White! My request was super last minute and Megan was a lifesaver. She was super communicative and was able to do my cats medication as well. Will definitely use her again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Michael C.
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Michael C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
53 reviews
12 repeat clients
49 years of experience
Cherrydale, Arlington, VA, 22207

Michael was so patient with my shy and reactive kitty. He tried multiple methods to engage with her and knew when to give her space. He followed my instructions very closely and I was very comfortable trusting him with my pet.

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Hillary M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Radnor-Ft Myer Heights, Arlington, VA, 22209

hillary did a great job with my three kitties! :) she also went above and beyond and helped me out with my litter robot that was having problems. would definitely trust her and book her in the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Lydia D.
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Lydia D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Arlington, VA, 22211

Lydia is the best!! She took such good care of my cat. She sent lots of pictures and was able to get back to me quickly. Thank you Lydia!!

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Emily C.
Sitter Profile Image: Andre P.
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Andre P.
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$19
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4.9 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
14 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Glover Park, Washington, DC, 20007

Andre was the best!! So attentive, always sent me photos of Freddie, and was a huge hit. He was juggling a few other pets during the same time but never made me worry about if Freddie was taken care of. THANK YOU, Andre!

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Sitter Profile Image: Catherine B.
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Catherine B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
51 reviews
11 repeat clients
9 years of experience
North Highland, Arlington, VA, 22201

Catherine went above and beyond for our drop-in visits! I was so happy to leave George in good hands, with great walks and playdates with her dog Winston! Thank you so much for everything you do!!

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Marcus O.
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$15
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3 years of experience
Arlington, VA, 22207

About: I’ve helped to take care of cats my since I was a young kid and have gotten more experience in caring for dogs over the last few years. I’ve always loved animals, and I am a very meticulous person so I will pay great attention to make sure your pet(s) and home are well cared for. I worked for a few years as a scientist prior to starting medical school last year, so attention to detail is a skill I’ve learned to hone. I’m currently on break from school, so I have a fairly free schedule at the moment. Once my classes start again I’d like to move into something I can do more so in the mornings or evenings, but my schedule will still be more flexible than a typical 9-5. I am a very detail-oriented and meticulous person, so I will pay attention to make sure that your pet and home are safe and secure.

Sitter Profile Image: Jana T.
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Jana T.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
58 reviews
15 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Au-Tenleytown, Washington, DC, 20016

Thanks so much for taking care of Ronan! He seems so happy in the report card photos!

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Chelsea T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Maia was absolutely fantastic! She was super communicative and sent a bunch of adorable photos and lengthy notes with updates on my cats. I have two little anxious babies and she was so good about making sure they took their meds and I could see from the photos how relaxed they were around her. When I came home they weren’t even mad at me for being gone! Would 10/10 recommend!

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Megan W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Taylor is amazing! She takes such good care of my animals when I am away (2 cats and a golden retriever). They may have more fun with her than me! I could really enjoy my vacation knowing that my pets were very well cared for!

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Heather K.
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Brenna did a great job! She followed our directions perfectly and took great care of our puppy. She even fit us in last minute.

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Izzy G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Julia and Spencer are great with our cats! They spend plenty of time playing with our high energy kittens. They take awesome pics and give us thorough updates! Thanks again!

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Kara K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We were struggling to find a new cat sitter after having the same one for three years. Guiselle was a godsend. Did an amazing job with our two kitties, was always communicative, and they were so happy and calm with her. I feel so lucky that we found her!

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Amanda W.
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Jana was wonderful with a last minute request and was very professional and kind with my anxious puppy.

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Katherine B.
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Morgan was very communicative before and during the visits. She does an excellent job and took great pictures!

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Sam B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I needed a last minute sitter and Erin quickly responded. She was fantastic and took great care of my little feline. Erin made sure the food, water, and litter box were always taken care. Everything went smoothly and I'd be happy to use Erin again.

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Beth C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Becca is a proven reliable and caring pet sitter. I can always count on her to do a great job and my cat Lola adores her!

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Katy F.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Thanks, Erica, for taking care of our senior kitty for the weekend. We appreciated the photos and updates. Erica was on time and communicative throughout our booking, and we would book with her again.

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Riley C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

I had a great experience meeting with Fernanda during our meet and greet. She's friendly, professional, and took the time to get to know both me and my cat (even though she was hiding!). I appreciated how thoughtful she was in asking questions about my cat's routine, preferences, and care needs. It was clear she genuinely cares about animals and wants to provide the best possible care. The meet and greet left me feeling confident and comfortable about leaving my cat in her care. I would absolutely recommend Fernanda to other pet parents looking for a reliable and attentive sitter!

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Safia D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

A well deserved 5star review! I had an emergency with my cats, when I called her to come help, she arrived incredibly fast. Not only did she handle the urgent issue perfectly, but what really impressed me was how proactive she was. She went above and beyond to take care of my cats. She is incredibly reliable and gave me such peace of mind. I will absolutely reach out to her again next time!

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Shaosui H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Great job! Took good care of our doggies and they loved him! Highly reliable and professional. Will definitely re-book him again for future trips.

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Sara W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Maggie has always been amazing with our GSD and treats her like her own. Definitely recommend and will keep requesting her for future drop in visits.

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Marisol T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Victoria is a clear communicator and was a great caretaker for Zorba! I didn't have to worry about him knowing he was in good hands while I was gone. Thank you, Victoria!

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Sophia G.
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Kelsey was diligent with Sydney. Played with him and kept him happy. And lots of pictures which I appreciated!

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Lyn A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sabrina follows care instructions to a tee! She is incredibly sweet with my fur baby and her daily updates make me feel reassured whenever I’m out of town. Thank you Sabrina!

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Aleena
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Julie took great care of Sardine while we were traveling. Excellent communication, plenty of photos and one very happy kitty.

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Dimitrios V.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Robert was great as always with drop-in visit for our cat. He makes sure to sends pictures and is responsive!

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Andrey Z.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Claire took great care of our cats while we were away- as always! I would highly recommend her as a cat sitter; we have peace of mind knowing she’s taking care of them.

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Natalie & Galen W.
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